December weather forecastArau, Malaysia

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Arau, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.7°C (85.5°F) and 24.2°C (75.6°F).

Temperature

In Arau, the lowest average temperatures are observed in December, with a high of 29.7°C (85.5°F) and a low of 24.2°C (75.6°F).

Heat index

For December, the heat index is appraised at a very hot 37°C (98.6°F). Extra safeguards are necessary to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Prolonged activity might cause heatstroke.
Heat index data is primarily for areas with shade and subjected to light winds. The presence of direct sunlight can raise the heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', melds the effects of warmth and moisture to generate a feeling of heat. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Direct sun rays have a notable impact on perceived temperature, which can raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Youngsters typically face more danger than adults since they sweat less. Their larger skin surface compared to their small bodies and heightened heat production from their activities augment their vulnerability.
To prevent overheating and help regulate its internal temperature, the human body sweat and rely on the evaporation to cool down. When there is an excess of moisture in the atmosphere, the efficiency of the evaporation process is lessened, leading to less efficient body cooling and a sensation of overheating. Heat absorption that surpasses the body's shedding capability can lead to overheating and varying levels of dehydration.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Arau, during December, the rain falls for 21.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 131mm (5.16") of precipitation. In Arau, during the entire year, the rain falls for 258.5 days and collects up to 1368mm (53.86") of precipitation.

Daylight

With an average of 11h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Arau, Malaysia.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 7:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 7:14 pm +08.

Sunshine

In Arau, the average sunshine in December is 8.1h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 7 during December leads to these advisories:
Guard oneself from overexposure. Defence against sun injury is vital. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses.

Frequently asked questions

The coldest period tends to be December, when average temperatures fluctuate between a high of 29.7°C (85.5°F) and a low of 24.2°C (75.6°F).

An average high-temperature, in December, in Arau, is 29.7°C (85.5°F) and the average low-temperature is 24.2°C (75.6°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in December is appraised at 37°C (98.6°F).

The average relative humidity in December in Arau is 82%.

In December, in Arau, Malaysia, the rain falls for 21.8 days. Throughout December, 131mm (5.16") of precipitation is accumulated.

December has the shortest days of the year in Arau, with an average of 11h and 48min of daylight.

In Arau, Malaysia, the average day length in December is 11h and 46min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 7:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 7:14 pm +08.

In Arau, Malaysia, the average sunshine duration in December is 8.1h.

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Arau.

The months with the lowest UV index in Arau, Malaysia, are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

In Arau, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Arau, Malaysia

  • Average high temperature in December: 29.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (32.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (29.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (26.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.3°C).

Average pressure in December
Arau, Malaysia

  • Average pressure in December: 1009.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1010.6mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are May and June (1008.7mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Arau, Malaysia

  • Average wind speed in December: 12km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (6.7km/h).

Average humidity in December
Arau, Malaysia

  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is November (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Arau, Malaysia

  • Average rainfall in December: 131mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (201mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (42mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Arau, Malaysia

  • Average rainfall days in December: 21.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (27 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.2 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Arau, Malaysia

  • Average daylight in December: 11h and 48min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 8h and 6min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Arau, Malaysia

  • Average sunshine days in December: 7.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is February (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (2.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Arau, Malaysia

  • Average UV index in December: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).

Average cloud cover in December
Arau, Malaysia

  • Average cloud cover in December: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in December
Arau, Malaysia

  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are October and November (9km).